Year 6 Learning

Year 6 

Year 6 have had a very interesting term's learning. In English we delved into War Horse and the 

In English, our students learned about World War I through Michael Morpurgo’s War Horse. The novel, narrated by a horse named Joey, offered a unique and emotional perspective on the war, helping students understand the experiences of soldiers and animals alike. As they read, they explored the harsh realities of trench warfare, the challenges faced by both humans and animals, and the impact of the war on families. The story sparked important discussions, allowing students to reflect on themes of loyalty, courage, and the horrors of conflict. By studying War Horse, Year 6 students gained a deeper understanding of the historical events of World War I and developed empathy for those affected by it. We were so impressed with the children's compassion, respect and empathy.

In our Geography leasons we learned about the growing threat of rising sea levels and the ways in which people are adapting to and preventing its impact. They discovered that rising sea levels, caused by climate change and melting ice caps, threaten coastal communities and ecosystems around the world. In response, various adaptation strategies are being implemented, such as building sea walls, restoring mangroves, and creating flood barriers to protect vulnerable areas. Additionally, cities are redesigning urban spaces to better manage water through sustainable drainage systems. The students also explored efforts to prevent further sea level rise by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting renewable energy sources. By understanding both the challenges and solutions, students gained insight into how communities are working to protect themselves and the environment from the effects of rising seas.

Year 6 Science: The Circulatory System

This term in Year 6, we have been learning about the circulatory system and how it helps our body function. We discovered that the heart is the main organ in this system. It acts like a pump, sending blood around the body through blood vessels. We learned that there are different types of blood vessels: arteries, veins, and capillaries. Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins return it. The blood flows through these vessels, carrying oxygen and nutrients to organs and muscles, while also removing waste. We also explored how blood is made up of different parts, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Red blood cells carry oxygen, and white blood cells help fight infections. Through our lessons, we understood how muscles around the heart help pump blood and how important it is to keep our circulatory system healthy. Eating well, exercising, and staying active all help our heart and blood vessels stay strong!

This term in Year 6 maths, we have focused on key skills to prepare for SATs and future learning. A big part of our work has been on fractions, decimals, and percentages. We’ve practised converting between them, comparing their values, and solving problems involving real-life scenarios like finding percentages of amounts or working with mixed numbers. We have also developed our arithmetic skills by practising addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with larger numbers and applying these to tricky problems. This has helped us improve our accuracy and confidence. Reasoning has been another key focus. We’ve worked on explaining our thinking, justifying our answers, and solving multi-step problems. These activities have helped us tackle maths challenges logically and clearly. In shape and space, we’ve explored 2D and 3D shapes, angles, area, perimeter, and volume. Using tools like rulers and protractors, we’ve strengthened our ability to measure, draw, and solve geometric problems. By practising these skills regularly and working through a variety of challenges, we have deepened our understanding. This term’s learning has prepared us to feel confident and ready for next term's learning!